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7 Days Itinerary for Yamunotri Gangotri Kedarnath Badrinath

  1. Day 1: Yamunotri
    2 hours (36 miles) from Dehradun

    Embark on a scenic trek to Yamunotri temple, charmingly situated amid the Garhwal Himalayas. Take a dip in the hot water kund near the temple, and relish the serene beauty.

  2. Day 2: Gangotri
    6 hours (144 miles) from Yamunotri

    Visit the Gangotri temple, dedicated to the goddess Ganga, and take a dip in the holy water of Bhagirathi river. Stroll around the picturesque hamlet of Gangotri, surrounded by pine forests.

  3. Day 3: Kedarnath
    7 hours (167 miles) from Gangotri

    Explore the iconic Kedarnath temple, regarded as one of the most sacred Hindu shrines. Take a pony/ palanquin ride or trek around the Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary, home to rare fauna like snow leopards, musk deer, and Himalayan black bears.

  4. Day 4-5: Badrinath
    9 hours (182 miles) from Kedarnath

    Visit the Badrinath temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu, and immerse in the spiritual aura. Explore the Mana village, the last Indian village before the Indo-China border, and witness the confluence of Alaknanda and Saraswati rivers. Take a dip in the hot water springs of Tapt Kund.

  5. Day 6: Joshimath
    1 hour (24 miles) from Badrinath

    Visit the scenic hill town of Joshimath, situated in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand. Take the cable car ride to Auli, the popular skiing destination, and enjoy the breathtaking views of Himalayan peaks like Nanda Devi and Kamet.

  6. Day 7: Rishikesh
    9 hours (264 miles) from Joshimath

    Visit the holy town of Rishikesh, situated on the banks of Ganges, and indulge in adventure activities like bungee jumping, river rafting. Visit the Beatles Ashram, where the famous band spent time in meditation in the 1960s, and attend the Ganga Aarti ceremony at Triveni Ghat in the evening.

Recommendations

You can also consider visiting the Valley of Flowers National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site, known for its vibrant alpine flowers and rare animals. You can also plan a side trip to Hemkund Sahib, a Sikh pilgrimage site, accessible by a thrilling trek. Don't forget to taste the local cuisine, like Garhwal ka Fannah and Bal Mithai, and shop for woolens and handicrafts. Have a safe and enjoyable trip!

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